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2009 Mitsubishi Raider: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider: 2 recalls, 1 owner complaint and up to 18 mpg combined.

2vehicle recalls
1owner complaints
0mention a crash
18best combined mpg
2009 Mitsubishi Raider
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Recalls

2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Airbags Vehicle recall #15V313000 · 2015 · 4,077,169 vehicles

What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that May be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for…

Airbags Vehicle recall #16V352000 · 2016 · 4,648,270 vehicles

What's wrong: Chrysler (fca us LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 Ram 2500 trucks produced at the st. Louis north assembly plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Ram 1500, 2005-2009 Ram 2500, 2006-2009 Ram 3500, 2007-2010 Ram 3500 cab chassis, 2008-2010 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep wrangler,…

Why it matters: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators May rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and…

The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on…

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Airbags1

What owners describe

The 2009 Mitsubishi Raider has 1 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 4 Raider model years for complaints (well below the 25 average). Neighboring years: 2008 (8 complaints, 2 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.7 L 6-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive162018Regular
3.7 L 6-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel Drive152017Regular
3.7 L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive151916Regular
3.7 L 6-cylAutomatic 4-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive141815Regular
4.7 L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spdRear-Wheel Drive141915Gasoline or E85
4.7 L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive141915Gasoline or E85

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FAQ

Does the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2009 Mitsubishi Raider problems?

Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (1).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Mitsubishi Raider get?

EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.7 L, Manual 6-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2009 Mitsubishi Raider repair manual?

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